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The Richland Community College Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization (#37-1210583) dedicated to growing the assets of the foundation through gifts, grants, and investment income and providing leadership in the allocation of funds for scholarships, programs, and facilities. Our mission is to support the College by strengthening connections to the community, promoting excellence in teaching, and providing access to student success.
Every gift made to the Foundation directly benefits students at Richland Community College. Whether it’s through scholarships, supporting emergency relief grants, or funding our amazing programs across campus and in the community, you are changing the lives of Richland students every single day.
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With your support, we awarded $1.83M is scholarships to Richland students last academic year.
Bright Futures Gala
Where Dreams Take Center Stage
Step right up and join us under the big top for an unforgettable evening in the spotlight. Join us for a circus-inspired evening that brings our community together to celebrate Bright Futures and the real impact your generosity has on Richland Community College Students.
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Derek Anson Winchester Memorial Scholarship
Support the Legacy of Derek Winchester
Derek Winchester was more than a nurse—he was a calm leader in a crisis, a compassionate caregiver, and a hero in scrubs. From the moment he helped his family escape a car crash at age 12, to the day he returned to work just weeks after cancer surgery, Derek showed the kind of heart and strength that define true healthcare heroes.
Now, through the Derek Winchester Memorial Scholarship at Richland Community College, you can help carry his legacy forward—supporting future nurses who share his passion, dedication, and compassion.
Give today. Help train the next generation of nurses inspired by Derek’s story.
Derek Anson Winchester Memorial Scholarship
Your generosity has inspired me to help others and give back to the community. I hope one day I will be able to help students achieve their goals just as you have helped me.
Sarah Baylor
Nursing Student
2024 Richland Graduate